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Disparities in Sleep Disorders

Evidence shows that marginalized groups often face higher rates of sleep disorders, excessive daytime fatigue, and conditions like obstructive sleep apnea.

 

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CDC links poor sleep to Chronic Diseases

For Sleep Disorders Minorities lag behind in Diagnosis, Treatment Access, and Adherence.

 

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Sleep Disorders Impact Black

Blacks are experiencing worsening chronic health conditions as a result of sleep disorders.

 

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Pulse Oximeters are less accurate in people with darker skin pigmentation.  

This has implications for sleep apnea diagnosis in minorities.

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Skin Bias in Pulse Oximeters

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Study of 11,623 Latino adults found sleep apnea was significantly associated with hypertension and diabetes. Insomnia was significantly associated with hypertension.

 

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Sleep Equity Project is collaborating with Community Health Worker Organizations in Chicago to address sleep health equity for neighborhoods, families and individuals.

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Collaborating with Community Health Workers

Our Vision

Our vision is to make the health benefit of high-quality sleep equally accessible to all individuals, families, and communities regardless of race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, neighborhood, and gender identity. 

VALUES
Respect for Individual Choice
Empowerment
Fostering Collaboration and Solutions

Sleep Disorders By The Numbers  Estimated in the United States

78M

46M

3M

200K

Sleep Apnea (5)

Insomnia (6)

Restless Leg

Syndrome (RLS) (8)

Narcolepsy(7

Of the more than 80 different sleep disorders, these are the most common. 

Sleep Disorders

Collaborators

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Note: This site is still under construction.  We are still a small organization.  Please excuse any errors.  Our resources page is still being developed.  If you have copy writing skills and have some time, please see the take action to volunteer.

Disclaimer:

This site is intended for informational purposes only.  It should not be taken for medical advise.  Please consult your physician before you make any changes to your sleep treatment

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